Alsco Uniforms Donates $50,000 to Support Homeless Services in San Diego Amid Record High Need

Alsco Uniforms has committed $50,000 to Father Joe's Villages to support services for people experiencing homelessness in San Diego County, where more than 9,900 individuals face housing challenges. This corporate contribution comes at a time when homeless populations across the United States have reached record highs, with rising housing costs and insufficient resources creating major challenges for cities nationwide.

The donation was announced during Alsco Uniforms' recent Managers Meeting in San Diego, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility in communities where it operates. Bob Steiner, Chief Executive Officer of Alsco Uniforms, emphasized the company's connection to Southern California, where it has served businesses for 92 years. "We recognize that we are a part of the communities we serve," Steiner said. "We feel at home here, and we want to help take care of our most vulnerable neighbors."

Father Joe's Villages, which has been addressing homelessness in San Diego for 75 years, will use the funds to support its comprehensive services including housing, meals, childcare, family services, medical and dental care, and vocational training. The organization began as a small chapel in 1950 and has expanded to become San Diego's largest homeless services provider, helping more than 2,500 people each night through various support programs designed to meet immediate needs while building long-term self-sufficiency.

Deacon Jim Vargas, CEO of Father Joe's Villages, expressed gratitude for the contribution, noting that "this gift is more than even that: it's our own community coming together to show our neighbors that, together, we care." The $50,000 donation will support what Vargas described as "lifesaving work" helping neighbors access housing, health care, and pathways to brighter futures.

The significance of this corporate partnership extends beyond the immediate financial support. As demand for homeless services continues to rise amid national housing challenges, such collaborations between businesses and community organizations become increasingly vital. Francisco Lopez, General Manager of Alsco Uniforms' Vista branch, highlighted the personal importance of the donation, stating "I'm proud to work for a company that believes in giving back. Father Joe's does so much to help people in San Diego, and I'm glad we can be a part of that."

This contribution represents a meaningful corporate response to a pressing social issue affecting communities across the country. For more information about Father Joe's Villages' work, visit https://my.neighbor.org/. To learn more about Alsco Uniforms' services, visit https://www.alsco.com/.